Woman left seriously injured after ‘stabbing at home’

A 42-year-old woman has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Celtic ‘progressing well’ in deal to sign Shane Duffy

Neil Lennon has made it clear he wants to add a central defender, with the Brighton player being his number one target.

Pilot in fatal helicopter crash tells inquiry his ‘world ended’

Martin Miglans said he struggles to remember immediately prior to the crash until the 'horror and shock of seeing the sea'.

Rangers, Aberdeen and Motherwell learn Europa League ties

Scottish Premiership clubs discover their opponents in the draw.

Coronavirus in Scotland: Nicola Sturgeon 'concerned' over 160 new cases

Scotland's first minister voices concerns about a fresh increase in coronavirus cases.

Coronavirus in Scotland: Face coverings in high schools rule comes into force

Pupils and staff now have to wear face coverings when moving about within Scotland's secondary schools.

Biker ‘clocked speeding at 120mph’ in 60mph zone

Officers said they observed the motorcyclist travelling at double the limit on the A94 on Sunday.

‘Undoubtedly a concern’: Scotland records 160 new Covid cases

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed there has been no further deaths linked to coronavirus.

Man caught with more than 1600 indecent images of children

Duncan Grant, 30, has been jailed for 12 months after being caught by police in Glasgow last year.

Funding of up to £10,000 to hold free cycling events

The new pilot scheme from Cycling Scotland builds on the 20-year legacy of Pedal for Scotland.

Brewery sees 2000% rise in online sales during lockdown

Harviestoun Brewery, based in Alva in Clackmannanshire, launched a next-day home delivery service.

Universities chief ‘confident’ in student safety measures

Alistair Sim said Universities Scotland worked closely with staff, trade unions and student unions on measures.

Extra £200 this winter for children with disabilities

The Scottish Government will lay legislation on Monday as part of the first disability benefit under new social security powers.

‘Sickening’: Cancer support centre smashed by vandals

Maggie's Highlands targeted in 'vicious' vandalism at weekend.

Coronavirus: Scottish gyms and pools reopen

After five months of lockdown, indoor sports and fitness can start up again under Covid restrictions.

MP Amy Callaghan ‘making good progress’ after brain haemorrhage

The SNP politician said she has been undergoing intensive rehabilitation following two life-saving surgeries.

Army hands over mobile Covid tests to ambulance service

Since April, soldiers have conducted 100,000 coronavirus tests around Scotland, including 773 in a single day.

Emergency poverty fund ‘underutilised during pandemic’

Just 15% of the Scottish Welfare Fund's budget was used between April and June, report finds.

Final day of Eat Out To Help Out restaurant scheme

The initiative which sees the UK Government foot 50% of diners' bills has not been extended into September.

Blackford: PM ‘woefully exposed’ by coronavirus crisis

SNP Westminster leader warns ending the furlough scheme in October is the 'height of irresponsibility'.

Gyms and pools open their doors for first time in months

Indoor leisure resumes after more than five months closed amid the coronavirus pandemic.

High school pupils required to wear face masks between classes

From Monday, pupils over the age of 12 are expected to wear coverings in areas where distancing is not possible.

Inclusive help wanted: Government seeks diversity boss

The new position comes with a big mandate and a salary to match.

Families ‘devastated’ after two men killed in crash

Troi Lawton, 23, and Connor Elgey, 19, died after a Subaru car left the road near Whitburn on Saturday.

Gogic misses out for Hibs after false positive Covid test

The midfielder has been forced to miss out on Sunday's clash with Aberdeen following a false positive coronavirus test.

Covid-19: Scotland records 123 new infections in a day

A total of 65 of the new cases are shared between the Greater Glasgow and Clyde and Lanarkshire areas.

Three men in hospital after being seriously assaulted

The attack took place in the early hours of Sunday morning in the east end of Glasgow.

Mass beer garden brawl erupts at Glasgow nightclub

Glasgow's The Sanctuary bar and club says it is appalled by the actions of a "small minority" of customers.

Biker, 62, dies after collision with lorry in Glasgow

The motorcyclist died at the scene of the incident in the south of Glasgow at about 10:00 on Saturday.

Photographer snaps acrobatic dolphin display in Highlands

Footage of the animals was captured during sunset, as they leapt from the water and soared into the air.

Neighbours celebrate £270,000 postcode lottery win

Seven households in St Blane’s Drive in Rutherglen will divvy up the cash afteir their postcode was picked.

Andy Murray hopes to end long journey with win over Nishioka

The former world number one is in New York for the US Open – his first major tournament since he had surgery.

Scottish ministers ‘have squandered £62bn Britain bonus’

The Scottish Tories say £62bn in fiscal transfers have gone from Westminster to Holyrood since 2007.

Covid recovery to take priority in programme for government

Nicola Sturgeon said the impact of coronavirus means this year's isn't 'a normal programme for government'.

The diary of my daughter's murder: 'We were in hell on earth'

Bea Jones started writing a diary as she tried to come to terms with the brutal murder of her daughter Moira.

Should Greenock's 'Sugar Shed' become Scotland's museum of slavery?

Greenock has been suggested as a possible location for a national museum of human rights.

Boy and aunt rescued from sea after falling off paddleboard

Lifeboat rescued the pair after they got into difficulty in the water off Broughty Ferry beach.

Two men dead and driver arrested after car leaves road

Another two men are in hospital with life-threatening injuries after the crash on the A706 in West Lothian.

Appeal to trace 100-year-old man missing overnight

William Johnston was last seen in the Maryhill area of Glasgow on Friday night.

Biker killed in crash between motorcycle and lorry

A 62-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene of the smash in Glasgow on Saturday.

Coronavirus: Hospital recoveries overtake deaths in Scotland

A total of 4229 people treated in hospital for Covid-19 have been able to go home to continue their recovery.

Coronavirus: 88 new cases in Scotland in last 24 hours

The 88 new infections include 36 in Greater Glasgow and Clyde, but there are no new deaths in Scotland.

First ever tracking of basking sharks with underwater camera

Scientists now reckon the sharks may visit Scotland to breed instead of feed, which had been previously believed.

Mercy Beguma's family cancels memorial service

The father of a Ugandan woman found dead in Glasgow says the family is awaiting more information about her death.

Cyclist who died after being found injured on road is named

Derek Roscoe, 79, was discovered with fatal injuries on the A710 in Dumfries on Tuesday night.

St Kilda mailboat found by children in Norway a decade later

Letters were posted in the small handcrafted mailboat in 2010 to mark 80 years since the evacuation of St Kilda.

Lifeboat crews save windsurfer stranded in Firth of Forth

Lifeboats from Anstruther were called out on Friday night after a man was spotted in the water.

Edinburgh Tattoo donates £340,000 to military charities

Organisers say they remain committed to supporting charities despite this year's show being cancelled.

Gyms prepare to reopen doors after months of lockdown

Fitness fans will be welcomed back on Monday as part of the latest measures in lifting lockdown restrictions.

Arrivals from Czech Republic and Jamaica to quarantine

From 4am on Saturday, those travelling to Scotland from the countries will need to self-isolate for 14 days.

New £15m recovery fund for entertainment venues and clubs

Music venues, theatres, comedy clubs and nightclubs offered funding lifeline to manage impact of Covid.

Rangers unveil plans for Ibrox fanzone and concert venue

Ibrox club submit planning application for two-storey building to replace Edmiston House.

FM warns bosses: Don’t intimidate staff back to work

Nicola Sturgeon's remarks come amid a new UK Government bid in England to get workers back into offices.

Man secretly filmed schoolgirls using hidden camera in bag

Gary McGorm recorded 51 videos of young girls without their knowledge for almost nine years.

More virus cases linked to local clusters in Scotland

Infections have risen at the 2 Sisters factory outbreak in Perthshire, while there are also new cases in Hawick.

World's most expensive sheep sold for £368,000

The Texel lamb, named Double Diamond, set the new record at an auction in South Lanarkshire.

Family ‘incomplete’ without man who disappeared a month ago

Billy McDowell from Whitburn, West Lothian, was last seen on Tuesday, July 28.

Man tried to kill wife after luring her with ‘broken’ phone

Michael Curley, 51, stabbed and throttled Leanne Curley before she was allowed to leave the property.

Art School land to become new pedestrian ‘avenue’

The 25-year lease of the former Stow College site will allow pedestrians and cyclists to travel between the city centre and west end.

Lennon calls on want-away Celtic players to ‘settle down’

The Celtic boss has urged his stars to concentrate on the challenges ahead.

Man trained his dogs to violently bait wild animals

Five-year ban after Martin Davidson, 23, was found in possession of videos showing his dogs attacking foxes.

Gerrard to make Morelos decision after dropping striker

The Rangers forward was left out of the squad to face Kilmarnock last week.

New £2m bridge over A77 would be illuminated at night

The bridge is crucial to a huge new housing development in South Ayrshire.

Wind farm which worried airport gets planning approval

Renewable energy site will comprise a dozen 150m tall turbines and two at 180m.

Driver, 83, seriously injured in multi-vehicle crash

Police are appealing for witnesses over the collision, which happened in the Musselburgh area on Thursday morning.

‘Children not put at direct harm going back to school’

The study, published in The BMJ, is the largest in the world examining children hospitalised with Covid-19.

Suspect due in court in connection with death of man

Frankie Melvin, 34, died after an incident in Spitalfield Place in Arbroath on Wednesday.

Residents rescued from homes after severe flooding

Emergency services were alerted on Thursday evening as heavy rain swept across parts of the country.

Hundreds of rugby fans to attend match at Murrayfield

A crowd will be in attendance for the Glasgow Warriors vs Edinburgh match.

Police able to break up house parties of more than 15 people

Any private gatherings of more than 15 people from more than one household can be halted by officers from Friday.

Brown: Governments must work together on furlough scheme

Gordon Brown's think tank said there needed to be an 'unprecedented level of cooperation' to prevent jobs being lost.

Businesses welcome plans to upgrade Rest and Be Thankful

Public consultation will take place in December but ministers face pressure to set a date for opening of alternative route.

The Rest and Be Thankful: An infamous road through 'a mountain in torment'

The Rest and Be Thankful is carved into the side of a Scottish mountain with a history of landslips.

Police investigate death of angler near Kilsyth

Alan Brown was found dead near Banton Loch at Kilsyth the day after a fishing trip with friends.

Depopulation in 'mainly rural and island council areas'

New figures also show that areas in the west of Scotland suffered from significant depopulation.

Scapa Flow quay at heart of £230m Orkney masterplan

It is hoped the scheme will be funded from the Islands Growth Deal as well as from private businesses.

Lockerbie bomber’s appeal to begin in November

The December 1988 terror attack killed 270 people when a plane exploded over the Scottish village.

Mercy’s delight with food parcel months before tragic death

Video shows Mercy Baguma praising charity's kindness 11 weeks before her death in poverty.

Victims of sexual crime ‘may lose faith in justice system’

A report has found that delays in sexual crime cases reaching trial can have a serious impact on victims.

Hiya mum: Firefighter found son’s car engulfed in flames

Watch commander's 'heart stopped' as she heard her son's voice at the scene in the Scottish Borders.

Test events: ‘No preference’ for rugby over football

The virus doesn't care about the shape of the ball, Nicola Sturgeon says.

Celtic sign Motherwell midfielder David Turnbull

The 21-year-old has penned a four-year deal with the Scottish champions.

Coronavirus: 17,500 tests on children find 49 cases

Nicola Sturgeon warns schools not to ask for testing when pupils have a runny nose.

Case against Rangers administrators was ‘malicious’

David Whitehouse and Paul Clark seeking £14m compensation from the Crown Office and Police Scotland.

Ed Davey elected new leader of the Liberal Democrats

He defeated rival Layla Moran by 42,756 votes to 24,564 to take over from Jo Swinson.

School pupils forced to stay outside during Storm Francis

Students at Mackie Academy in Stonehaven had to remain outdoors for social distancing reasons.

TikTok star, 103, and granddaughter celebrate birthdays

Percy Mann turned 103 last Friday, whilst Clare Macleod reached her 23rd birthday on Sunday.

Thousands of people sleeping rough across Scotland

A total of 2884 homeless households reported at least one person rough-sleeping in the last year.

Fresh bid to find rapist five years after woman attacked

A women was dragged into a field and raped in Edinburgh back in 2015.

Prosecutors want longer sentence for driver who killed teen

Shaun Gatti mowed down Robyn Fryar, 15, and left her dying on a Paisley road last year.

Woman charged with attempted murder after flat fire

Residents were evacuated when a blaze broke out at a block of flats.

Dundee pupil catches Covid-19, entire class self-isolates

The P3 pupil at St Clement’s RC Primary School in Dundee is the latest youngster to catch the virus in the region.

Champions League: Celtic knocked out by Ferencvaros

Celtic suffer their earliest Champions League exit since 2005 after losing 2-1 to Hungarian side Ferencvaros in Glasgow.

Council warned to urgently improve declining services

According to the Accounts Commission, services provided by Moray Council have been in sharp decline since 2015.

Youth unemployment ‘could hit record high’ amid pandemic

The most optimistic forecast from the research suggested unemployment in the 16-24 group could grow to more than 80,000.

Dip in attendance at cardiology services during lockdown

Researchers examined data from Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary and Golden Jubilee National Hospital in Glasgow.

Manager who embezzled £200,000 hit with pay back order

Maria Weir, 63, used the money to pay for luxury holidays, concert tickets and her own wedding reception.

Firework thrown at march cost police officer his hearing

David McCaig, 33, threw the lit firework at a republican march.

Protester admits Glasgow attack on police officer

David McCaig threw the device which left the officer with burns and permanent hearing loss.

Woman used stolen £199,000 on wedding and luxury holidays

Maria Weir, 63, has been ordered to pay back £32,354.79 of the embezzled cash.

‘Majority of Aberdeen businesses’ call for local dining scheme

Four-fifths of businesses would support a local version of the Eat Out to Help Out initiative, according to a poll.

First confirmed coronavirus deaths in Scotland for six weeks

Two people with Covid-19 have died, the first recorded in the daily figures since July 16.

Teen charged over blaze that ripped through old school

The blaze at the old Viewforth High School in Kirkcaldy took place on Saturday, August 15.

Killer of Orkney backpacker in New Zealand denied parole

Jahche Broughton killed 26-year-old backpacker Karen Aim in the town of Taupo in January 2008.

Search continues for teacher feared dead after climbing fall

Owain Bristow, head of biology at Robert Gordon’s College, has been missing since Friday.

Coronavirus cluster linked to school continues to rise

Kingspark School in Dundee has been closed for a week as staff and pupils continue to self-isolate.

Messi at Hibs? Andy Murray’s bid to lure Lionel to Leith

The tennis star made a quip after being asked about Lionel Messi's bid to leave Barcelona.

Dinosaur bone found by researcher running on Eigg beach

First such discovery in Scotland that wasn't on the Isle of Skye.

Scotland’s deficit rises to £15.1bn, official figures show

The annual Government Expenditure and Revenue Scotland report covers the last tax year up to March, when the pandemic hit.

Inquiry appeal after mum found dead beside starving baby

The body of asylum seeker Mercy Baguma was discovered by police in a Govan flat on Saturday.

Spreadsheet typo delayed opening of children’s hospital

The Royal Hospital for Children and Young People in Edinburgh was delayed from opening due to ventilation flaws.

Andy Murray ‘physically ok’ after defeat in New York

Murray's first tournament of the year came to an end at the hands of Milos Raonic.

Aberdeen’s bars, cafes and restaurants reopen after lockdown

Hospitality businesses were ordered to close on August 5 following a spike in coronavirus cases linked to the city’s nightlife.

Nearly 50,000 salmon escape from fish farm after Storm Ellen

Mowi said 48,834 salmon escaped, 30,616 died and 125,900 were harvested from the damaged pens.

Final evidence session of ferries inquiry to take place

Fiona Hyslop will appear before the inquiry, being conducted by the Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee.

Mother in legal fight to save dead transgender daughter's sperm

Louise Anderson wants to prevent fertility doctors from destroying her transgender daughter's frozen sperm.

Talks to allow fans to return to football stadiums

Fans could return to Scottish football at Sunday's game between Celtic and Motherwell if talks with the government on Wednesday prove po...

Man charged in connection with fatal shooting in street

Graham Williamson, 26, was shot by a man who approached him from behind in Blantyre on August 17.

Research finds no guidelines on more than 70% alcohol labels

As well as missing out on drinking guidelines, the research also found more than half of labels included no nutritional information.

Scottish Power ‘forcing hundreds into fuel poverty’

Residents in parts of Falkirk have been paying an excess of £100 per week to heat their homes.

Appeal after ten ‘filthy and emaciated’ dogs rescued

The Scottish SPCA was alerted on Saturday after the 'nervous' dogs were found abandoned in the Borders.

New coronavirus walk-through test centres to be set up

There will be 11 local sites established in the coming months, with the first in St Andrews.

Lyndon Dykes called in to Scotland squad for first time

The Australia-born striker is joined by former Livingston teammate Robbie McCrorie in the squad.

Mercy Baguma: Govan mum found dead next to 'starving baby'

The death of a woman whose one-year-old child was reportedly found malnourished beside her body is being investigated.

Scotland on flood alert as Storm Francis brings heavy rain

A yellow weather warning is in place until 6am on Wednesday as the country is battered with heavy showers.

Commonwealth gold hero Lachie Stewart on losing a leg 50 years on from glory

Lachie Stewart had his lower left leg amputated the week of the 50th anniversary of his victory at the Commonwealth Games.

Former Celtic footballer Pat McCluskey dies aged 68

McCluskey made 191 appearances and scored 13 goals for the club during an eight-year spell.

Mum found dead ‘beside starving baby’ in Glasgow flat

Positive Action in Housing said the body of Mercy Baguma, from Uganda, was discovered by police on Saturday.

What a midden: Clear-up planned for fly-tipping hotspot

A new owner is planning a transformation of the land - dubbed the 'Middleston Midden' - which has been swamped with rubbish.

Boy, 11, taken to hospital after being struck by car

Police were called to the scene at 7.50am after the child was hit by a vehicle in Aberdeen.

Lee McGregor: Pandemic won’t wreck my boxing title dreams

Home comforts have champion raring to go again after a nine month wait.

Coronavirus: Filming resumes on Scottish soap River City

Fewer people on set and actors doing their own hair and make-up as filming resumes on River City.

Andy Murray chalks up his biggest win in three years

The Scot defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3 3-6 7-5 at the Western & Southern Open.

High school pupils to wear face masks between classes

From August 31, pupils should be wearing face coverings in areas where physical distancing is not possible.

High school pupils in Scotland to wear face coverings from 31 August

New guidance will recommend students wear face coverings in communal areas and on school buses.

Workers at Covid-hit chicken factory to receive full pay

Unite Scotland said it welcomed the move following 'constructive talks' with bosses at the 2 Sisters plant in Coupar Angus.

Nessie dragged into U.S. election, unavailable to respond to Trump Jr.

The son of U.S. President Donald Trump sullied Nessie’s good name at the Republican National Convention.

Warnings as Storm Francis begins to sweep across Scotland

The last named storm of the season brought gusts of more than 50mph to the UK overnight.

Covid-19 cluster linked to ASN school continues to rise

There are now 27 people infected due to the outbreak at Kingspark School in Dundee.

Call to introduce Covid-19 testing for school support staff

GMB is calling for ministers to bring forward a testing regime for every school in Scotland.

Storm Francis arrives with heavy rain warning for southern Scotland

Up to 90mm of rain could fall in south-west Scotland as the storm moves from west to east across the day.

Scotland's tree of the year contenders announced

Nominations doubled this year, as lockdown walks led the public to discover more trees.

Swimmer goes to great lengths in memory of late grandad

Schoolgirl Emily Bain swam 21 miles - the equivalent of crossing the English Channel – in her family’s outdoor pool.

Coronavirus: 66 new cases in Scotland in past 24 hours

Of those new infections, 51 are in health board areas dealing with ongoing Covid-19 clusters.

Ex-headmaster raped and sexually abused girl for a decade

Arthur Hutchinson began molesting the victim when she was aged eight in Thailand.

Secondary school pupils may need masks between classes

Some schools now require pupils to cover their faces in corridors and communal areas.

School tribute after teacher dies in climbing accident

Owain Bristow, head of biology at Robert Gordon’s College, died after falling into water whilst rock climbing.

Man almost blinded girlfriend by pouring bleach over her

David McNiven assaulted Naomi Marshall and took her hostage in his East Ayrshire flat.

Storm Francis to bring strong winds and heavy rain

The Met Office is set to issue a yellow warning for rain for southern and eastern parts of Scotland at midnight.

Earthquake felt on Skye ‘sounded like an explosion’

British Geological Survey detected 2.6 magnitude quake at 5.41pm on Friday.

Vulnerable girls ‘may have been let down by care system’

Two Significant Case Reviews considered the deaths of two teenagers in the Angus Council area.

Five-mile limit lifted as Aberdeen lockdown begins to ease

People will have to wait until Wednesday before they can visit pubs or restaurants in the city.

Probe into ‘unexplained’ death after body found near loch

Emergency services were alerted to the 57-year-old man's body near to Banton Loch in Kilsyth on Sunday afternoon.

Five things we learned from the Premiership this weekend

The main talking points after another round of top-flight action.

Around 200 new home carers to be recruited by council

Glasgow City Council intends to 'build resilience' ahead of a potential second wave of Covid-19.

Coronavirus in Scotland: Three cases at South Lanarkshire school

The member of staff and two pupils are now self-isolating at home but the school remains open.

Woman and child in pram end up on road during attack

The incident happened in Annan Road, Gretna, at around 3pm on Thursday.

Bridges and Boyle in plea for funding to save comedy venues

A raft of Scottish performers are warning the sector is at 'breaking point' due to Covid-19.

Ross plans roundtable talks to establish Scots’ priorities

The new Scottish Conservative leader said he will be 'getting out into the country'.

Covid cluster linked to additional support needs school rises

There are now 22 people infected due to the outbreak at Kingspark School in Dundee.

Bingo, outdoor contact sports and some live events resume

Further lockdown restrictions have been eased across Scotland on Monday.

Ex-SNP depute leader has ‘grave concerns’ over Hate Crime Bill

Jim Sillars, a former SNP MP, has signed a letter to justice secretary Humza Yousaf.

Will cancelled operations cause more deaths than Covid-19?

Labour MSP raised concerns over the impact a reductions in operations would have.

Holyrood and Westminster must ‘work in tandem’ on jobs crisis

Think tank Reform Scotland said both governments had a degree of responsibility for dealing with unemployment.

Coronavirus lockdown: 'I have never felt so blind before'

Vicky Haylott, who is blind, says she has less confidence as a result of the lockdown changes.

Coronavirus: Outdoor contact sports and bingo halls out of lockdown

Live events such as concerts and comedy can also resume as further restrictions are lifted.

Restrictions placed on Tayside care home visits

Indoor visits to the premises are due to restart across Scotland on Monday, if deemed safe to do so.

Pubs to reopen as lockdown restrictions in Aberdeen eased

The current five mile travel restriction will be lifted on Monday morning.

Arrest made after injured man dies in hospital

A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death.

Whales spotted swimming in Greenock harbour

A pod of whales causes a stir after popping up in a harbour in Greenock.

Old Military Road remains closed as safety work goes on

Work is continuing to stabilise debris and boulders near the A83 in Argyll following days of heavy rain.

Man dies and woman injured in crash between car and lorry

Driver pronounced dead at scene of collision on the A92 St Cyrus to Montrose road.

Coronavirus in Scotland: 83 new Covid-19 cases recorded in last 24 hours

NHS Tayside recorded 37 new cases in the past 24 hours, more than any other health board.

Coronavirus: What can we learn from schools that have reopened?

Coronavirus evacuations and the return of the classroom buzz - how have some found it?

Victim of 140mph Ayrshire crash suing teenage racer

Gillian Kay suffered life-changing injuries in a crash on the A77 in Ayrshire that killed her friend.

Coronavirus: 83 new cases of Covid-19 in last 24 hours

There have no deaths related to the virus since July 16.

Pod of whales stuck in harbour sparks coastguard response

Large crowd gathered after northern bottlenose whales spotted at Greenock's Victoria Harbour.

Man’s body found in woods being treated as ‘unexplained’

Police launch probe after finding man's body near Edinburgh's Old Dalkeith Road.

Former SNP minister Alex Neil to stand down as MSP

The MSP for Airdrie and Shotts is the latest senior party figure to say he will leave parliament next year.

Murray returns to competitive action with New York victory

Victory over American Frances Tiafoe secures last-32 place in the Western & Southern Open.

SNP MSP Alex Neil won’t seek Holyrood re-election

Airdrie and Shotts MSP says he wants to spend more time with his family and children after 21 years of service.

Government urged to pay bursary to student paramedics

Labour is calling on ministers to pay a bursary to those studying to become paramedics.

Advisers: Missing school is worse for children than Covid-19

UK's chief medical officers say 'very few, if any' pupils will come to long-term harm from coronavirus solely by attending schoo...

The great seascape: from Glasgow to Skye by kayak

In 1934 two men paddled from Glasgow to the Hebrides on some inner tubes and bits of wood. Today the trip is safer but equally spectacular ...

Livingston sign ex-Celtic and Hibs striker Anthony Stokes

The former Celtic and Hibs man has scored 136 goals in Scottish football.

Car spotted speeding away from Blantyre murder scene

Police want to trace a dark-coloured Skoda seen near where Graham Williamson was shot in Blantyre.

Bid to trace car seen driving off from murder scene

Graham Williamson died after being shot in Blantyre, South Lanarkshire.

Driver, 44, seriously injured after car crashes on road

Police are appealing for witnesses to the crash that took place on Friday night.

Schools ask pupils to wear face coverings between classes

Teachers and pupils at James Gillespie have been told they 'must wear face coverings' between classes.

Coronavirus in Scotland: 123 new Covid-19 cases recorded in last 24 hours

Official figures show the biggest 24-hour increase in cases by health board was 78 in NHS Tayside.

Coronavirus: Scotland records 123 new confirmed cases

Biggest daily increase in Covid-19 infections for more than three months, with 78 of the new cases in Tayside.

Roseanna Cunningham to stand down before next election

The former SNP depute leader has decided not to stand for re-election in 2021.

Man charged as police seize gun and ammunition from car in Glasgow

Officers arrested the man after stopping and searching a car on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow.

Man arrested after police find gun and ammunition inside car

A 55-year-old man will appear in court following intelligence-led operation on Glasgow's Sauchiehall Street.

Edinburgh property searched as part of probe into New IRA

Police Scotland obtained a warrant to search a property in the Blackhall area of the capital.

Waverley paddle steamer finally sets sail after two years

The 70-year-old paddle steamer sets sail for the first time since 2018 after repairs to its boilers.

PM cuts short Scottish holiday after cottage photos published

Boris Johnson and his fiancee Carrie Symonds were reported to be staying on the north-west coast.

Driving enthusiasts warned not to travel to car cruise event

Police Scotland urging people to stay away from Cruise Irvine in North Ayrshire on Sunday.

Student travel agency STA Travel ceases trading

Company says it was left with 'no choice' following impact of coronavirus on tourism.

Covid-19: How are schools coping with the new normal?

Scottish pupils have mostly returned to full-time education - except at schools where coronavirus cases crop up.

The women who have embraced their grey roots

Lockdown restrictions have led some women to ditch the dye and embrace fifty shades of grey hair.

Coronavirus-hit chicken factory to reopen at end of month

The 2 Sisters processing plant in Coupar Angus, Perthshire, was forced to close due to a Covid-19 outbreak.

Hundreds of hospitality jobs axed at Glasgow’s SEC

Workers have been told they no longer have a job due to the furlough scheme coming to an end.

Celtic want fans in stadium for game next weekend

Club in talks with Scottish Government about Motherwell match being used as test event.

Derailed train was travelling close to 75mph speed limit

Investigators said the train had reached nearly 73mph before it struck a landslip.

Coronavirus fines 12 times more likely in poorest areas

Almost a third of fixed penalty notices issued to people living in the 10% most deprived communities.

Brexit: UK showing ‘no willingness to compromise’ in talks

Brussels slams UK for 'wasting valuable time' but British side accuses EU of being 'unnecessarily difficult'.

Man accused of raping woman at T in the Park festival

Keith Donald allegedly carried out the attack at a campsite at the festival in Balado, Perthshire in July 2004.

Return to Oz: Stranded in Scotland after dad’s funeral

Doug Sangster says it will cost him thousands of pounds to fly home to Australia.

Police probe death threats against Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf

Humza Yousaf says he received the threats after a video was posted on a right-wing site criticising new hate crime plans.

Rescue dog Diesel retires after more than 300 missions

Springer spaniel hangs up protective boots after helping locate casualties over the past eight years.

Coronavirus: Scotland records 71 new cases in a day

There are 31 fresh infections in the Tayside area, where a cluster has broken out at a chicken factory.

Utility firms fined £94,000 for breaking roadworks rules

BT and Virgin Media are among six firms fined after failing to comply with roadwork laws in Scotland.

Man airlifted to hospital after trying to rescue stranded dog

Coastguard teams were alerted to a person in the water at Donmouth in Aberdeen on Thursday evening.

Gerrard: Leeds bid for Kent nowhere near Rangers’ valuation

The Rangers boss says he wants the former Liverpool player to stay at Ibrox.

Justice secretary reports death threats to police

Humza Yousaf says he has received emails that clearly depict violence towards him and his family.

Seven car models ‘should be recalled’ over faults

Consumer champions Which? says brands including Nissan, BMW and Land Rover suffer 'prolific' faults.

Christmas festival to be spread across Edinburgh

Plans unveiled for a socially distanced celebration in the capital this winter.

Mother went to pub while daughter lay dying on sofa

Sharon Goldie refused to seek medical help for her 13-year-old child, claiming she was "attention seeking".

Storm Ellen: Argyll fish farm with 550,000 salmon breaks free

The fish farm in Argyll has been temporarily secured after its seabed anchors dislodged in high winds.

Appeal against Lockerbie bomber’s conviction back in court

The Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission ruled earlier this year a miscarriage of justice may have occurred.

Leonard: ‘Green New Deal’ could create 130,000 jobs

Scottish Labour leader to outline how he believes the country could recover from pandemic in a sustainable way.

Push for pay rise to help nursing staff ‘feel more valued’

The Royal College of Nursing said its survey revealed Covid-19 has increased staff stress levels.

Waverley paddle steamer restarts Clyde sailings after refit

The 70-year-old ship missed the 2019 season as it waited for urgent repairs to its boilers.

Weather forces closure of Old Military Road

Forecast heavy rain means the A83 diversion route will be closed from 21:00 on Thursday until 09:00 on Friday.

Aberdeen prepare for first match in almost three weeks

Derek McInnes' men travel to Perth to face St Johnstone in a rescheduled Premiership clash.

Croatia added to quarantine list but Portugal taken off

Scots coming back from Croatia, Austria, Switzerland or Trinidad and Tobago will have to self-isolate.

New benefit for low-income families to begin in February

Those with a child under six will be able to apply for £10 per child, per week.

No bids received for Shankland, United boss Mellon insists

The prolific forward has been linked with a summer transfer.

Bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis to axe 160 jobs in Falkirk

The company had been looking at a record year of sales, however since lockdown, its orders have plummeted.

Coronavirus: Glasgow's Kirkhouse Bar closed over Covid customer

The Kirkhouse Bar and Kitchen in Glasgow is closed after a customer tests positive for coronavirus.

Neglectful mum left dying 13-year-old daughter to go to pub

Robyn Goldie was found dead at her Wishaw home after mum Sharon left her alone to go out drinking with friends.

Manchester Arena bomb plotter jailed for at least 55 years

Scottish schoolgirl Eilidh McLeod was among 22 people who were killed at an Ariana Grande concert.

Fans set to return to sports stadiums from September 14

The FM said some sports may see supporters in attendance at an earlier date, subject to government approval.

Gyms and swimming pools set to reopen on August 31

Indoor leisure facilities can reopen two weeks earlier than previously planned.

Masked robbers threaten couple in armed raid on family home

The trio force their way into the house in West Dunbartonshire and robbed it of cash and valuables.

Police probe Argyll Ballet West school abuse allegations

Reports of inappropriate sexual behaviour at a prestigious Argyll ballet school are being investigated.

Highest number of Covid cases in Scotland for three months

Scotland has recorded 77 new cases of coronavirus in the past 24 hours.

Rangers sell midfielder Greg Docherty to Hull City

Docherty has signed a three-year deal with the League One side.

Farmer planted baby food laced with shards of metal in Tesco

Nigel Wright demanded the supermarket giant pay him in cryptocurrency in exchange for revealing where the food was placed.

Highland port bids to become free-trade zone after Brexit

Normal tax and customs rules wouldn't apply at the Port of Cromarty Firth under the plans.

Car park covered in solar panels to light up Stirling

Spaces at park and ride site to be covered with solar panels to generate power for the city.

Storm Ellen sweeps in 60mph winds across Scotland

Weather warnings in place until Friday with danger of flooding.

Sea eagle ploughs into wind turbine before midges bite

The bird was found on the Isle of Lewis, where it was born 11 years ago.

Government urged to scrap eviction notice legislation

Housing group wants emergency extension plans dropped so they can better deal with anti-social behaviour.

Leisure centre saved from demolition after court fight

The battle over Lochside Leisure Centre in Forfar has been rumbling on for 18 months.

Businesses still closed anxiously await latest lockdown review

Nicola Sturgeon not expected to make major changes to coronavirus restrictions as country deals with number of clusters.

Analysis: Efficient Celtic reap full benefits of Euro mismatch

The Scottish champions swept past KR Reykjavik with the minimum of fuss.

Poll: Support for Scottish independence rises to 55%

Panelbase survey finds 2014 referendum result could be reversed if held today.

Two new individual Covid cases identified at schools

Two new individual coronavirus cases have been identified at schools in Johnstone and Dundee.

Cases linked to Covid-hit chicken factory rise to 17

Fifteen employees at the 2 Sisters processing plant in Coupar Angus have the virus along with two others in the wider community.

Coronavirus lockdown in Aberdeen extended by another week

Nicola Sturgeon said the 'reluctant' decision had been made as the city's outbreak is not 'completely under control'.

Unexpected jump in inflation sparks rail price increase

The cost of regulated fares, such as season tickets, on Scotland's railways is set to go up in January 2021.

Pedestrian dies after being hit by car

The 40-year-old man was struck in the early hours of Wednesday on the A78 in Inverkip.

Scotland in ‘deep recession’ as coronavirus bites economy

The country's GDP plummeted during early months of lockdown although it grew by 5.7% in June.

‘A cloud of pain’: Midges flout lockdown in record numbers

Walkers and campers have experienced and filmed shocking amounts of the winged menace.

Teens charged after ‘assault’ left man with facial injuries

Two 16-year-olds will appear in court after a 53-year-old man was allegedly attacked in Irvine on Tuesday.

Greggs bakery to open first drive-thru in Scotland

The popular bakery chain will open its first drive-thru in Scotland.

Pedestrian dies in car collision leaving road closed

The A78 at Inverkip is likely to remain closed for 'some time' following crash that left 40-year-old man dead.

Thousands of pupils to receive new exam certificates

Scottish Qualifications Authority will send out 75,000 certificates with revised grades next month.

Appeal to find woman missing from home since weekend

Johanne Lamond, from Dundee, was last seen in the early hours of Sunday.

Road collision closes main route in both directions

The A78 will remain shut for 'some time' following crash on Wednesday morning.

Skye care home keeps licence as court action dropped

Care Inspectorate notes 'considerable improvement' in level of care given to residents at Home Farm in Portree.

Three Pizza Express restaurants in Scotland to close

Company shutting a total of 73 outlets across the UK as it bids to stay afloat during coronavirus pandemic.

Space agency funding for company developing clean energy

Omanos Analytics will work with the Kenyan National Environment Management Authority.

Children treated cruelly face health complications in later life

The research, published in the Journal of Comorbidity, was led by scientists at the University of Glasgow.

Man gets new heart just weeks after dad’s coronavirus death

Geddes Mclean waited four years for a transplant, spending the last 11 months living in a hotel.

Pizza Express to close 73 outlets hitting 1,100 jobs

The chain says it has cut a deal to stay afloat as coronavirus continues to buffet the economy.

Silence to honour crash victims one week after derailment

Minute's silence being held in railway stations across the UK at 9.43am to remember the three people who lost their lives.

Young carers: 'I couldn't see my friends for a long, long time'

Young carers like Lucie say they struggled with the lack of support from friends during lockdown.

School pupils warned to pull the plug on house parties

Nicola Sturgeon said gatherings with too many people or without social distancing risk spreading coronavirus.

Encrypted phone cracked to convict drug dealer

Heroin and cocaine worth £1.3m and more than £500,000 in cash were seized after the arrest of Darren Collin.

Man charged over illegal cigarette haul in van on M74

Police Scotland officers discovered 600,000 cigarettes after stopping the van on the M74 in Lanarkshire.

Cocaine dealer’s DNA linked him to £2.3m drugs haul

James Duffy was arrested after cocaine was found in vans and properties.

Coronavirus: 49 new cases in Scotland amid local clusters

There are 16 new cases in Tayside, where an outbreak at a chicken factory has been discovered.

Conviction over death of Taggart star’s daughter overturned

Louella Fletcher-Michie, daughter of Scots actor John Michie, died at Bestival music festival in 2017.

Man dies after 'shooting' in Blantyre street

The 26-year-old was found seriously injured in the Caithness Street area of Blantyre on Monday and later died.

Van driver arrested after 600,000 illicit cigarettes seized

Officers discovered the haul in the back of a vehicle on the M74 on Friday morning.

Plans to build 80 new holiday lodges at country park

The proposed development at Lochore Meadows in Fife looks to transform the park into a leading tourist attraction.

Flood warnings as Scotland set for more heavy showers

Old Military Road is to close after the Met Office's warning of heavy rain and difficult driving conditions.

Nurses protests across Scotland to demand better pay

Unison has organised protests on Tuesday over nurses pay during the pandemic.

Rain warning sparks further Old Military Road closure

The Rest and Be Thankful diversion route on the A83 in Argyll is closing from noon until Wednesday morning.

Man, 26, dies in hospital after street shooting

A man has died following a shooting on a North Lanarkshire street.

Ice to know you: Polar bear Hamish to leave Scotland

First polar bear cub born in the UK for 25 years relocating from the Highlands to Yorkshire.

Teens charged with raping 16-year-old girl at park

Boys aged 16 and 17 arrested and charged over alleged incident at Glasgow Green on Saturday.

Coronavirus: Pupils test positive in Perthshire and Paisley

Three school children in Perthshire and Paisley test positive for the virus, triggering tracing of their close contacts.

Aberdeen sign Ross McCrorie from Rangers

Scotland Under 21 international moving to Pittodrie on loan deal until end of season.

Less than half of councils offer 'eat out to help out' in schools

Just 13 of Scotland's 32 local authorities applied for the 'eat out to help out' scheme, to cut school dinner costs.

Marks & Spencer to cut 7000 jobs over next three months

Retail giant says it has seen a 'material shift in trade' during the coronavirus pandemic.

Project to save threatened wildflowers of the Cairngorms

It is hoped those who love the the UK’s largest national park will volunteer to work alongside conservationists.

What to expect as Holyrood’s Salmond inquiry gets under way

Scotland's top civil servant Leslie Evans is due to give evidence before MSPs in Tuesday's opening session.

Further two primary school pupils test positive for Covid-19

Children from two separate primary schools in Perth and Kinross self-isolating at home after experiencing symptoms.

Coronavirus: Asylum seekers in Glasgow may be in hotels until end of year

Hotels are likely to still be used to house asylum seekers in Glasgow at the end of 2020.

Scotland beat England at penny-farthing polo match

One Scotland player, Jon Beswick, took to the field wearing a traditional kilt.

Man jailed for kicking cousin down flight of stairs

John Ferguson told his relative after the attack that he did it because she was 'doing his head in'.

Lennon ‘disappointed’ Celtic have been charged over Bolingoli

The Celtic boss feels the club have done everything they can to meet safety standards.

FM stresses Covid public inquiry will look at care homes

It follows revelations that 37 patients with coronavirus were transferred to care homes in March and April.

National Gallery and Kelvingrove museums reopen

Visitors are required to book online as part of a range of infection control measures.

Flood warnings as heavy showers forecast for Scotland

The Met Office has issued yellow weather warning for downpours between 1pm and 9pm on Tuesday.

Body found in water during search for missing man

Police made discovery as they were looking for 39-year-old Shaun Watson.

Search launched for 13-year-old girl missing overnight

Emma Sutherland was last seen at her Edinburgh home on Sunday morning.

Coronavirus: 13 more cases in cluster-hit Grampian area

Aberdeen has been in local lockdown for nearly two weeks with 207 cases linked to pubs outbreak.

Old school lying in ruins after third blaze this year

Flames tore through Viewforth High School in Kirkcaldy on Saturday night.

Swimmer who died after getting into difficulty in loch named

Stephen Slavin died while swimming in Loch Caitiosbhal on the Isle of Lewis.

Coronavirus: Another pupil tests positive in Glasgow and Lanarkshire clusters

A student who attended a school in Baillieston last week is self-isolating as cases in north east Glasgow and Lanarkshire are investigated.

Hospital search for teenager Mary Duncan missing since 1976

Young mother Mary Duncan was 17 when she vanished from her home in West Dunbartonshire 44 years ago.

Supermarket trialling paper bags – but it will cost you 30p

Morrisons is planning to ditch plastic 'bags for life' in favour of paper bags - which cost 30p.

Hospital searched over disappearance of teen 44 years ago

Mary Duncan was 17-years-old when she vanished from her Alexandria home with no money in 1976.

Chicken factory closes as workers test positive for Covid-19

The Coupar Angus factory has temporarily suspended operations after four confirmed cases of coronavirus at the site.

New benefit to help young people in the world of work

Job Start Payment open to 16 to 24-year-olds if they have been unemployed for at least six months.

Five things we learned from the Premiership this weekend

All the talking points from the top flight action.

Fatal crash will leave road closed ‘for some time’

A96 between Huntly and Keith closed following crash on Monday morning.

Museums, galleries reopen after long lockdown

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Musuem and the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh welcome visitors again.

Rising from the ashes: Appeal to rebuild bird observatory

Fair Isle Bird Observatory was destroyed by fire in March last year after a blaze broke out in its roof space.

Coronavirus: More than 11,000 sign up for vaccine trials

Volunteers described as 'a major part' in efforts to find an effective Covid-19 vaccine.

The industrial giant that became Scotland's Covid capital

Could it have been predicted that Inverclyde would be so severely affected by the coronavirus pandemic?

Livingston accept record bid for striker Lyndon Dykes

The player will travel south for a medical after an offer from an English Championship side was accepted.

Pensioners taken to hospital after three-vehicle crash on A9

A 96-year-old man and 94-year-old woman were seriously injured in the collision.

Fifth pupil tests positive for Covid in North Lanarkshire

The student attended Caldervale High School, Airdrie, on Thursday only and is self-isolating at home.

Fifth pupil tests positive in Lanarkshire cluster

Health officials believe the virus is being spread at indoor social gatherings where people are not social-distancing.

Patients moved to care homes after positive Covid tests

At least 37 patients were transferred from hospitals to care homes, despite testing positive for virus.

Police make witness appeal after woman raped in town centre

Officers keen to speak to a man and woman who spoke to the victim on her way to Helensburgh train station.

Helicopter deployed in search for missing swimmer at loch

A member of the public reported an individual in difficulty at Loch Caitiosbhal, Isle of Lewis, on Sunday.

Search for missing 13-year-old last seen two days ago

Gary Lyttle was last seen on Grampian Road, Wishaw around 4pm on Friday.

Police investigate rape of 16-year-old in Glasgow Green

Officers have sealed off part of Glasgow Green following the attack on the girl on Saturday.

Fire crews worked through night to contain blaze at old school

Fire service was called to the old Viewforth HIgh School in Kirkcaldy at 7.28pm on Saturday.

Minute’s silence to remember victims of train derailment

Mark of respect will be held at 9.43am - a week since the incident near Stonehaven was reported to emergency services.

Police launch investigation after teen raped in park

The 16-year-old girl was assaulted on Glasgow Green on Saturday evening.

Douglas Ross ‘wrong’ to miss VJ commemoration for match

The new leader of the Scottish Conservatives turned down the invitation to work as a linesman on Saturday.

Bowling club closes after member tests positive for Covid

Mount Vernon Bowling Club in Glasgow will close until further notice following the news.

Funding to secure 200 jobs at Scottish heritage sites

Fund made available to help heritage organisation recover from impact of coronavirus crisis.

Coronavirus: National Trust awarded funding boost to save jobs

Despite £2.3m Scottish government funding, the organisation is still expected to make 232 redundancies.

Your pictures: Scotland's staycation summer

A selection of your pictures taken on your summer staycations across Scotland.

Blaze takes hold of old high school as fire crews respond

Emergency services alerted to fire at the former Viewforth High Scool in Kirkcaldy shortly before 7.30pm.

Police appeal to locate two girls missing overnight

Officers believe the girls from North Lanarkshire, who are friends, are likely together.

Man rescued and flown to hospital after fall on mountain

Climber was found unconscious after mountain rescue search.

Man attacked after waking up to find intruder in bedroom

Police investigate housebreaking after 44-year-old man assaulted in his home.

Teenager treated for leg injury after serious assault

The 19-year-old man was attacked in Balgrayhill Road, Springburn, around 10.45pm on Friday.

VJ Day Red Arrows flypast cancelled due to cloudy weather

The display over Edinburgh was due to mark 75 years since Imperial Japan surrendered during WWII.

Coronavirus cases linked to Aberdeen cluster pass 200

NHS Grampian has so far identified 1044 close contacts, with the city in its second weekend of a local lockdown.

Musicians hire fishing boat to beat France quarantine

Eight members of the Scotland-based Dunedin Consort arrived in the UK with just 10 minutes to spare.

Celtic loan out winger Marian Shved to Belgian club

Winger completes season-long loan move to KV Mechelen.

Festival to beam up David Bowie cover to International Space Station

Astronauts will tune in to a cover of Space Oddity which was recorded for the Mull of Kintyre music festival.

Former Rangers and Scotland player Tom Forsyth dies

The former footballer had scored the winning goal in the 1973 Scottish Cup Final against Celtic.

Festival to beam Scottish version of Bowie hit into space

Space Oddity performed by Slainte Davaar Allstars will be broadcast to the International Space Station on Saturday.

Driver rescued by firefighters after car hit by train

The man was treated by paramedics after his car was hit by a train on a railway line on Saturday morning.

Tom Forsyth: Former Motherwell, Rangers & Scotland defender dies at age 71

Former Rangers, Motherwell and Scotland defender Tom Forsyth dies at the age of 71.

Driver hurt after train collides with car in Johnstone

The man was removed from his vehicle by firefighters after the incident in Johnstone, Renfrewshire.

Sturgeon pays tribute to World War generation on VJ day

Saturday marks 75 years since Japan surrendered to the Allied forces on August 15 1945, ending hostilities.

Scotland marks 75th anniversary of VJ Day

Commemorations are under way to mark the anniversary amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Couple forced to cut honeymoon short due to quarantine changes

Michael and Archie Sturrock had been enjoying their break in France when the new rules were announced.

Celtic, Aberdeen and players face football Covid charges

The Celtic and Aberdeen players face suspension for breaking Covid rules.

Paddleboarder rescues girl on inflatable swan near Stevenston

Coastguards praise the teenager's "quick actions" in the incident off the North Ayrshire coast.

Care volunteer killed in train crash was ‘genuine and kind’

Christopher Stuchbury was said to have brought comfort to patients, families, staff and fellow volunteers at Roxburghe House.

Aberdeen fines own players after Covid-19 investigation

The team said it is contractually impossible to say how much the players were actually fined.

Train derailed after striking landslip, investigation finds

Driver and conductor of train, and one passenger, died in the crash near Stonehaven on Wednesday morning.

Man taken to hospital after being ‘slashed’ in pub

The serious assault happened within The Harbour Bar in Troon at around 8.45pm on Thursday.

Train crash survivor walked a mile to raise the alarm

Train driver Brett McCullough, conductor Donald Dinnie and passenger Christopher Stuchbury died in the derailment.

Train crash: Prince Charles visits scene to thank rescuers

The Duke of Rothesay surveyed the wreckage from a hillside above.

English club train in Edinburgh even though Hearts can’t

Hull City can continue to train in Scotland despite a ban issued by governing bodies.

Ship shape: Waverley paddle steamer returns to water

More than £3m was raised to get the famous paddle steamer sailing once again.

Historic child abuse survivors could receive up to £80,000

The Scottish Government said the Redress for Survivors Bill will be non-adversarial and sensitive to the needs of survivors.

Camper clampdown: Call for ‘dirty tourism’ prosecutions

Community leaders hit out at lack of action to tackle wild campers leaving litter and setting fires.

Barn owl trapped in thick mud saved from ‘sticky end’

Lauren Moir was enjoying a stroll in the Angus Glens with her daughter and partner when she came across the distressed bird.

Scots race home after overnight changes to quarantine list

Prices skyrocket as thousands of tourists try to find a way back to Scotland.

Rest and Be Thankful: Up to three weeks of repairs

The work at the A83 following major landslips more than a week ago include putting in place new protection.

Golden eagle successfully bred at Highlands estate

Chick born at Dundreggan rewilding estate in Glenmoriston five years after artificial nest set up.

Man charged after woman pushed to ground and robbed

A woman had her mobile phone stolen in Glasgow on Monday afternoon.

Paddle boarder rescues child blown out to sea

Coastguard said the individual's 'quick actions' prevented a 'tragic ending' in North Ayrshire.

Stephen O’Donnell signs short-term contract at Motherwell

Deal includes the option to extend until the end of the season.

Pubs now required to take customer details under law

Further rules introduced to combat spread of virus in sector, meaning tables should be pre-booked and queuing avoided.

Juries to hear trials remotely from cinemas to tackle backlog

The move follows the success of the 'remote jury' model used by the High Court in Edinburgh.

'I regret atom bombs but they are why I'm alive'

Jack Ransom believes he would not have survived to live to 100 if WW2 had lasted much longer.

Scotland’s highest village votes for community buyout

The trust said a vote in favour ensures 'future decisions made on the land will be decided by the community'.

Family pay tribute to ‘loving’ train driver killed in crash

Brett McCullough, 45, died alongside conductor Donald Dinnie and a passenger when the train crashed near Stonehaven.

Storm leaves 30m hole in Union Canal

Aerial images show the extent of the breach which has resulted in the closure of Scotland's busiest railway line.

‘Unprecedented’ demand to get onboard Millport ferry

Current restrictions mean CalMac's fleets are running at around 35% capacity.

Dramatic new look unveiled for Inverness Castle

The transformation will improve views from the river side of the building.

Weather ‘had an impact’ on deadly train derailment

Transport secretary praises emergency workers after three people died in train crash.

Timeline of fatal train crash that left three dead

A train heading from Aberdeen to Glasgow derailed on Wednesday morning amid heavy rain and flooding.

Celtic seal £5m move for West Ham striker Albian Ajeti

The Swiss striker has penned a four-year deal after a £5m fee was agreed.

Coronavirus: Sturgeon issues house parties warning

The First Minister said indoor gatherings are causing concern in the bid to contain the spread of the virus in Scotland.

Three more Covid cases in Orkney as cluster investigated

The First Minister urged people not be complacent and to 'isolate immediately' if they have symptoms.

University ventilator to be used in Africa’s Covid battle

The device created by University of Aberdeen scientists is to be used in hospital settings in Rwanda and neighbouring countries.

Aberdeen’s Cosgrove replacement facing four months out

The club have confirmed Ryan Edmondson suffered an ankle injury in training.

Appeal after two dogs abandoned on North Coast 500

A Staffordshire bull terrier has been rescued by the Scottish SPCA but the search continues for a Rottweiler cross.

Fears new Covid cases ‘spreading rapidly’ in Orkney

NHS Orkney has said it is 'profoundly concerned' after nine people were linked to new coronavirus cases.

Five-year-old girl in hospital after falling out window

The incident happened in the Tulloch area of Perth shortly after 7am on Thursday.

School closes after staff member tests positive for Covid-19

Peterhead Central School was closed on Wednesday as a number of workers went into precautionary self-isolation.

Colleagues ‘thought the world’ of train driver killed in derailment

The train driver and conductor died alongside a passenger when the Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street service crashed.

We were groomed for sex, say students as ballet boss quits

Vice principal at Ballet West Scotland resigns over claims he groomed young dancers for sex.

Docherty and McCrorie told they can leave Rangers

Steven Gerrard has said that transfer talks continue over both players.

Railway expert warns derailment probe could take a year

Driver and conductor of train, as well as one passenger, were killed in the crash on Wednesday morning.

John Swinney to face no-confidence vote at Holyrood

Education secretary is set to survive the vote, with Scottish Greens not expected to support it.

Housing market rebounds in July after Covid shutdown

The nationwide lockdown halted the process of buying and selling property.

Investigation begins into train crash that left three dead

The train driver and conductor were among those killed in the derailment.

'Inappropriate sexual behaviour' probed at Argyll dance school

An Argyll ballet school says it has been made aware of allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour by a member of staff.

Three dead and six hurt in commuter train derailment

Driver believed to be one of the victims after train came off the tracks in Aberdeenshire.

Man charged with attempted murder after ‘stabbing’ in flat

A man and a woman had to be taken to hospital following an incident in Troon on Saturday.

SQA chief ‘regrets’ but defends downgraded exams

Fiona Robertson appeared before the Scottish Parliament’s Education Committee on Wednesday.

Albian Ajeti in Glasgow to finalise move to Celtic

The West Ham forward has travelled to Scotland as Celtic close in on their signing target.

Celtic striker Bayo completes loan move to Toulouse

The Ivorian has joined the Ligue 2 side for regular first-team football.

Puppies left to die ‘alone and afraid’ at side of road

The Scottish SPCA suspect the spaniels, found in Lockerbie last Thursday, were from a low welfare puppy farm.

Woman thrown to ground and robbed of mobile phone

The 47-year-old victim was attacked in Glasgow's Anniesland Road on Monday afternoon.

Twin-verclyde: Nine sets of twins start primary school

Teachers were left seeing double as nine sets of twins prepared to start their first day of school in the council area.

Aberdeen city lockdown extended for at least a week

Pubs, cafes and restaurants in the city will remain closed, while residents have been told not to visit other people's homes.

Buildings catch fire during thunder and lightening strike

Emergency services called to fires in early hours of Wednesday, after storms raged overnight.

Rail commuters ‘facing increase in season ticket prices’

Passengers travelling from Edinburgh to Glasgow could be expected to shell out an extra £42 from January.

Train derails in Aberdeenshire after severe flooding

Police were called to the scene outside Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire on Wednesday morning.

Holiday in Glasgow plea as visitors told city is open

A campaign urging Glaswegians to explore their own city is to expand its reach and target short-break visitors over the coming weeks.

Public plea after unexplained death of man in flat

The body of Stephen Rintoul, 56, was discovered in Kilsyth on Sunday, August 2.

Linda Fabiani stepping down as MSP at Holyrood election

The Scottish Parliament's deputy presiding officer will have served more than 20 years in politics by the time she retires.

Survey finds majority support Scottish independence

The YouGov survey revealed that 53% – excluding 'don’t knows' – would vote in favour of breaking up the Union.

Thunderstorms bring flash flooding and travel chaos

Amber warning issued for east coast on Tuesday night and remains in place until 9am on Wednesday.

Thunderstorms bring flooding and travel disruption

Overnight thunderstorms cause flooding across many areas with disruption to the road and rail network.

Recession hits hard as economy takes record dive

Britain will be officially declared in recession for the first time since the financial crisis

Scottish Greens call for end to ‘cruel’ grouse shooting

The Greens are calling for this year's 'glorious 12th' to be the last.

Parents voice concerns as pupils return to school

One parent awaiting a double lung transplant says she is 'absolutely terrified' of her son returning to school.

Coronavirus: More pupils return to Scotland's schools

Physical distancing among students is not required but hand sanitisers and one-way systems is the norm.

Fans won’t return until virus breaches stop, warns Dyer

The Kilmarnock manager says all clubs know there will be consequences if they don't get their 'houses in order'.

Prosecutors consider Glasgow HSE hospital infection report

Two people died after contracting the Cryptococcus infection at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.

Body found during search for missing man with dementia

William Thom was reported missing from Bishopbriggs on Wednesday, August 5.

Downgraded exam results to be replaced by teachers’ estimates

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and her deputy, John Swinney, were forced to backtrack after initially branding the process 'credible...

Union’s grievance with two councils over school return

EIS said Scottish Borders and Moray councils have failed to facilitate phased returns of pupils.

Neil Lennon ‘livid’ over Bolingoli’s trip to Spain

Neil Lennon said Boli Bolingoli faces the "strongest possible" disciplinary action.

Ex-SNP councillor ‘falsely said he was sexually assaulted’

Michael Cullen, who is now an independent Glasgow councillor, is said to have made the false claim in March 2017.

Covid cases linked to Aberdeen outbreak rises to 165

Nicola Sturgeon made the announcement during Tuesday's coronavirus briefing.

Celtic and Aberdeen ‘won’t play for week’ after Covid breaches

Both teams have matches on Wednesday and are due to play each other on Saturday.

Junior doctor saves elderly man hours before first shift

Bonnie Boyle, 26, ran to the aid of an elderly man who collapsed after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Salmond inquiry: Committee ‘frustrated’ over redacted documents

The Scottish Government is urged to revisit decision to withhold the vast majority of information related to the Judicial review.

Celtic blast Bolingoli’s ‘stupidity’ after quarantine breach

Parkhead club said Bolingoli's actions were 'irresponsible' and 'beyond explanation'.

Terrace talk: Fans have their say on football pause threat

Celtic player Boli Bolingoli breached quarantine rules by failing to self-isolate after a trip to Spain.

Managers react as Scottish football walks Covid tightrope

Managers have had their say as the Scottish Goverment warns of pausing the game.

Back to school: Pupils and teachers return to classroom

Schools in the Scottish Borders and Shetland are the first to welcome pupils back to class.

Scotland loses 15,000 workers in three months of lockdown

A total of 124,000, 16-64 year-olds are now unemployed in Scotland.

Red Card: Football season at risk after Celtic violation

The defender travelled to Spain and failed to self-isolate upon return, before playing against Kilmarnock on Sunday.

Coronavirus: Celtic's Boli Bolingoli apologises over quarantine breach

Ministers warn they could call a halt to Scottish football after Boli Bolingoli's Spain trip.

Rest and Be Thankful: OMR reopens after overnight closure

The relief route for the A83 was closed temporarily last night due to a forecast of heavy rain

New collective aims to end rough sleeping in Scotland

Almost 30 charities and organisations will meet on Monday to discuss a route map designed to permanently end rough sleeping.

Swinney to set out plan to ‘rectify’ exam results

The education secretary will outline the government's next steps at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday.

Pupils, teachers and parents prepare for schools’ return

Schools are reopening five months after the coronavirus lockdown forced their closure.

Coronavirus: Fear of 'long term damage' to Scottish gymnastics

The governing body warns that some gymnasts may not have clubs to return to, once restrictions are eased.

Bishopbriggs man tormented neighbours with secret hose and doorbell

Peter Wright targeted his neighbour's home in East Dunbartonshire after an alleged jibe about his wife.

Historic sites ready to welcome visitors again

A dozen attractions across Scotland will see the public return after being shut due to coronavirus.

Actor James McAvoy donates £10,000 to youth theatre

McAvoy's donation will help keep the Edinburgh Youth Theatre's classes accessible to all.

Charity’s minibus heads for scrapheap after vandal attack

Lifegate Community Cafe in Dundee used the van to transport elderly people to its tea dances.

Hearts and Raith Rovers paired in League Cup group stage draw

The regionalised draw has set up some exciting fixtures.

Aberdeen virus lockdown could be extended as cases rise

Nicola Sturgeon said the restrictions in Aberdeen may be kept in place for another week.

MSPs can now vote remotely as Holyrood returns

The presiding officer told MSPs this will be the norm 'into the autumn'.

Kayakers, swimmers and a dog among warm weekend rescues

Coastguard teams were kept busy with a number of callouts throughout the weekend.

Sturgeon ‘sorry’ after fierce criticism over exam results

Apology comes after SQA moderation process saw thousands of results downgraded.

Celtic learn potential Champions League opponents

Aberdeen and Motherwell have learned who they will play in the Europa League.

Teenage attacker left man scarred at birthday party

A 17-year-old punched his victim to the ground and then struck him on the head.

Father and son reach new heights with epic challenge

Lee and Ryan Powles climbed the UK's ten tallest peaks in less than 100 hours.

Borders campers accused of acting like it’s Magaluf

Visitors leave mess at beauty spot in the Scottish Borders, with locals at the end of their tether.

We are sailing: Trip of a lifetime for youngsters in care

Record-breaking yachtswoman Nikki Henderson has been named as an ambassador for Care to Sail.

Floods warning as thunderstorms set to strike Scotland

Homes, buildings and roads at risk from flooding and damage from midday.

Economy on the rise but local lockdowns ‘could hit recovery’

A report found the Covid-related downturn in the private sector 'eased noticeably' in July.

Scottish actor Sean Connery voted as best ever James Bond

The Edinburgh-born star saw off competition from stars including Daniel Craig, Roger Moore and Pierce Brosnan.

Sex offences against children in Scotland up almost a third

Police Scotland data shows there were 5311 recorded offences in 2019/20 – an average of 15 a day.

Teacher survey finds 45% ‘do not think it is safe for return’

Almost half of those questioned do not think it will be safe for pupils to be back in the classroom, with 42% uncertain.

Calls to change method for calculating exam results

The Children's Commissioner said pupils from deprived areas have been downgraded based on schools' historic performance.

Metal detectorist discovers Bronze Age artefacts in field

Mariusz Stepien was searching a field near Peebles on June 21 when he found a horse harness and a sword.

Body of 12-year-old girl pulled from river after search

Girl dies after getting into difficulty in River Leven in Balloch.

Body of 12-year-old girl found in river near Loch Lomond

The girl's body was found after a three-hour search around Balloch Bridge, near Loch Lomond.

Emergency crews search for missing girl in river

Police were called at 6.45pm to reports of a missing child in the River Leven.

5 things we learned from the Scottish Premiership this weekend

Celtic isn't invincible, Morelos is ready to rock and Dundee United has something to prove.

Woman dies at scene after being hit by car

The 67-year-old was struck by a grey Seat Alhambra at around 1.40pm on Saturday.

Woman dies after being struck by car in North Lanarkshire

The 67-year-old was hit by a car as she crossed a road near Newhouse on Saturday.

Search continues for missing man who disappeared six days ago

Shawn Watson was last seen on Church Street, in Broxburn, between 10am and 11am on Monday.

Manhunt after woman’s jaw broken in unprovoked attack

A masked man assaulted the 24-year-old victim in Paisley on Saturday night.

Vulnerable pensioner with dementia has gone missing

Lorraine Ross, 72, was last seen leaving her home in Edinburgh on Sunday morning.

Swinney to set out next steps after ‘exam results train wreck’

The education secretary said he as 'heard the anger of students' over the SQA's controversial moderation process.

Man airlifted to hospital after crash between two motorcycles

A 49-year-old man suffered serious injuries during the collision in Sutherland on Saturday.

Glasgow railway station bottle attack injures four

Police are still looking for the attacker after multiple assaults at Partick station in Glasgow.

Scotland records 48 new cases of coronavirus in last 24 hours

The total number of Covid-19 deaths in Scotland remains at 2491.

Bikes worth £15,000 stolen from vehicle in car park

The theft occurred in the Haymarket area of Edinburgh at some point between Tuesday and Thursday.

Man and woman taken to hospital after stabbing in flat

Investigating officers said they are following a 'positive line of inquiry'.

Hunt for men after arrest made over bogus workmen incidents

A man has been arrested, however police said they are still looking for two more suspects.

Four injured in railway station attack involving glass bottle

The incident occurred at Partick railway station in Glasgow at 10.30pm on Saturday.

Appeal for witnesses after cyclist knocked down by bus

The collision happened on Almondvale Avenue, which runs between Livingston Designer Outlet and The Centre, Livingston.

Sturgeon and Swinney told to ‘get exam results chaos fixed or go’

Lord McConnell said the fiasco, which saw 124,564 results downgraded, is 'not good enough for Scotland'.

Lawyer still haunted by ‘horror’ of Alesha MacPhail murder case

Iain McSporran QC said seeing a picture of the six-year-old schoolgirl takes him back to the 'most horrible place'.

Red Arrows flypast to mark 75th anniversary of VJ Day

Victory in Japan Day saw the end of the conflict in Asia and brought the Second World War to a close.

Prime Minister to ‘holiday in Scotland’ for family staycation

Boris Johnson previously spoke about allowing a 'brief staycation to creep into the agenda, if that’s possible'.

Website to tackle ‘unfair’ charges for island and rural deliveries

Users can enter a postcode and it will compare charges for a range of parcel sizes from six major companies.

Baby owl starting ‘school’ to learn how to walk and fly

The spectacled bird, which was born six weeks ago, will be taught how to walk, hop, bounce, flap and finally fly.

Detectives believe derelict farm building fires linked

The sites, near New Pitsligo in Aberdeenshire, have been targeted over the summer.

Care home residents allowed more outdoor visitors

The health secretary confirmed plans for up to three outdoor visitors from no more than two households.

Aberdeen players apologise to fans for breaking Covid rules

The group of eight have been named as they admit they made a 'huge error in judgement' by visiting a city centre bar together.

NHS staff fall silent to remember colleagues at pay protest

The demonstration at Glasgow Green was just one of dozens planned across the UK on Saturday.

Cystic fibrosis patient’s ‘tears of joy’ over ‘wonder drug’

Hailey Mann, from Aberdeenshire, has lived with the life-threatening condition since birth.

Man 'critical' after Paisley stabbing attack

Police are looking for three men who took part in the attempted murder in Paisley on Friday evening.

Nurses protest over pay at Glasgow and Edinburgh demonstrations

Nurses also paid tribute at the events to colleagues who died fighting the coronavirus pandemic.

Scotland records 60 new cases of coronavirus in last 24 hours

The total number of Covid-19 deaths in Scotland remains at 2491.

Murder bid investigation after man stabbed in gang attack

A 45-year-old is fighting for life in hospital after being assaulted by three men in Paisley on Friday.

Library book returned 37 years overdue to wrong place

Peter Bull’s To Sea in a Sieve was due back to Shetland Library on July 12, 1983.

Appeal after cyclist suffers serious head injury in crash

The 42-year-old man came off his mountain bike during the early hours of Saturday morning.

Travel disruption as sun-seekers flock to beauty spots

Those hoping to visit Millport on Saturday are facing a two-hour wait for a ferry.

Cyclist has serious head injury after Cumbernauld crash

The 42-year-old man came off his bike in Cumbernauld shortly after midnight.